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Evra derides ‘soft’ Juventus players and sees Manchester United comparisons Patrice Evra released a video attacking Juventus players as ‘soft’ and seeing comparisons between Igor Tudor’s sacking and when David Moyes was fired by Manchester United. ............ “I just want to go back on the sacking of Tudor. Thank you coach for everything. This is a message for the players. “When they fire the coach, it means you haven’t done your job on the field. It only happened to me once in my whole career, when I was at Manchester United and they sacked David Moyes. I felt like s**t, and I hope the players right now at Juventus feel the same way, because they’ve gone through three or four coaches in a couple of years now. “You are at Juve, you have to take responsibility. The problem is this doesn’t work on the new generation, it is a soft generation. So all the commentators and pundits who are ex-players are wasting their time talking to them. “We were football players, we played for passion, for the shirt, for history, to put food in the mouths of our families. “This generation are athletes more than players. They are brands, they are rappers, fashionistas, get involved in politics. There are too many distractions. “This is why I am not harsh on them, as we didn’t have those distractions. We would eat, sleep, play football, that’s it. The world has changed, not just football. “Juve have changed completely, we have lost the real values. I remember my first game with Andrea Agnelli, I was happy to see the history everywhere, we had Pavel Nedved, Platini, others. ............ “Remove the coach, now there is no excuse. If you don’t want to stay there at Juve, then leave. You are too soft.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/evra-derides-soft-juventus-players-man-utd/

Spalletti makes a specific request before accepting the Juventus job Luciano Spalletti is now the overwhelming favourite to become the next Juventus manager following the recent dismissal of Igor Tudor. The experienced Italian coach, who previously managed the national team, appears set to take charge of the Bianconeri as they look to rebuild after a difficult run of form. Juventus hope that Spalletti’s appointment will restore stability and inspire improved performances from a squad that has struggled for consistency. ............ Spalletti has made it clear that he will not accept the position on a short-term basis. Rather than serving as a caretaker manager until the end of the season, he has requested a 30-month contract to allow sufficient time to reshape the team both tactically and mentally. He believes the current Juventus side requires a significant rebuild and that meaningful progress cannot be achieved without long-term commitment and support from the club’s hierarchy. Spalletti’s demand reflects both his confidence in his methods and his desire for stability after a turbulent period with the national team. He understands that returning Juventus to the summit of Italian football will require patience, focus, and the full backing of the board. At this stage, Juventus appear ready to agree to his terms, viewing him as the most capable and experienced coach available. ............ Should the appointment be finalised, Spalletti’s immediate challenge will be to instil his tactical principles and philosophy into a group that has lost its identity in recent seasons. His emphasis on possession, movement, and structure is expected to bring discipline and direction back to the side. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-makes-a-specific-request-before-accepting-the-juventus-job/

Spalletti agreement that was essential for Juventus job Luciano Spalletti is ready to put pen to paper at Juventus, but the decisive element was his acceptance of a contract to June with automatic renewal for Champions League qualification. As we had explained already, Spalletti was always the first choice for the job after the club decided to pull the plug on Igor Tudor not even three months into the season. ............ The former Italy boss was always the main focus and only an extraordinary change of strategy would see them drift away from that candidacy. Today was delicate and the meeting with Spalletti laid the groundwork for the agreement, confirming it was never really a two-horse race. ............ Spalletti immediately accepted the proposal of a contract until June, with option for automatic renewal for another season in case of Champions League qualification. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-agreement-thats-essential-juventus/

Totti: Spalletti would be a ‘great acquisition’ for Juventus Francesco Totti believes Luciano Spalletti would be a ‘great acquisition’ for Juventus as the Italian tactician prepares to meet with the Bianconeri. ............ Spalletti is due to meet with Juventus’ director Damien Comolli later today, but on Tuesday morning, he reunited with his ex-Roma star Totti. Spalletti and Totti teamed up for the new commercial of Amaro Montenegro in Italy, and the company unveiled their latest advertisement at an event in Milan. ............ Talking about rumours linking Spalletti with the Juventus job, Totti said: “From what is being rumoured, he’s one of the candidates, and I think Juventus would make a great acquisition if they were to hire him. Whenever he’s gone, he’s always done well.” Spalletti also spoke during the event, praising ex-Juventus coach Tudor and saying that whoever will replace him “will be lucky.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/totti-spalletti-great-acquisition-juventus/

Spalletti nears Juventus agreement, possible announcement on Thursday Juventus are moving closer towards the appointment of Luciano Spalletti as head coach, with reports from Italy claiming an official announcement and presentation could be made as early as Thursday. ............ It will be Spalletti’s first club job since 2023, when he left Napoli after two years in charge. For the following two years, the Italian would lead the Azzurri, taking over the Italian national team after the surprise resignation of Roberto Mancini. ............ In June, following a 3-0 loss to Norway, Spalletti was sacked by the Azzurri and led his final match in charge against Moldova. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/sky-spalletti-nears-juventus-agreement/

Marocchino suggests Juventus players do not complement each other Juventus are set to work under its third manager in the same year once the club confirms its next head coach. The Bianconeri have dismissed Igor Tudor following a poor sequence of results, and they are now determined to avoid repeating the same mistakes with their next appointment. ............ Igor Tudor’s time in charge brought moments of optimism, particularly when he managed to guide Juventus into the top four last season after taking over in March. Many fans believed that such an achievement signalled a new beginning for the club and that Tudor could be the right figure to oversee their resurgence. However, his second campaign proved far more challenging. Despite being provided with a squad containing several talented players, Juventus continued to struggle for consistency. Performances lacked fluidity, and the team failed to produce the attacking quality required to compete at the highest level. As results declined, the board’s patience ran out, and Tudor’s departure became inevitable. ............ Commentator Domenico Marocchino believes the team’s issues are not solely due to coaching decisions but stem from the composition of the playing squad itself. He has suggested that while Juventus possess a roster full of technically gifted footballers, many of them are not suited to playing together effectively. He said: “It was in the air, but he did his best. The squad’s selection is the most important component. You can have excellent players, but if they don’t complement each other, the team doesn’t work.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-suggests-juventus-players-do-not-complement-each-other/

Juventus vs Udinese: Preview and Prediction Ninth-placed Udinese will look to build on the win in their last outing when they hit the road to the Allianz Arena square up against Juventus, who have been struggling for some time now and have parted ways with their manager. The home team are eighth on the points table with just 12 points in their eight outings. They have been winless in their last five league outings and have suffered defeats in their last two. They are heading into this fixture on the back of a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Lazio. Despite dominating possession and creating quite a few chances, the Italian giants failed to find the back of the net. Overall, they have been winless in their last eight outings, and it has led to the sacking of Igor Tudor. Massimo Brambilla has been handed the reins on a temporary basis. ............ Team News & Tactics Juventus The home team remain without the services of Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal. Apart from the duo, everyone else should be available for selection for Juventus when they host Udinese this midweek. Despite Igor Tudor’s departure, Juventus are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, where Michele Di Gregorio will continue in goal. In the heart of the defence, Pierre Kalulu will start alongside Federico Gatti and Lloyd Kelly. Francisco Conceicao and Andrea Cambiaso will feature as the wing-backs, while Manuel Locatelli will partner with Khephren Thuram in a more central role. The midfield duo will look to ensure they dominate the ball and control the tempo. Teun Koopmeiners and Kenan Yildiz should be the two attacking midfielders behind Dusan Vlahovic. Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly; Conceicao, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic Udinese ............ Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Sava; Bertola, Kristensen, Solet; Ehizibue, Piotrowski, Karlstrom, Atta, Zemura; Bravo, Davis Key Stats Juventus have been winless in their last eight games across competitions. Udinese have lost 13 out of their last 16 games against the Turin-based club. The Old Lady have failed to win any of their last five league outings. After a run of three consecutive draws, they have suffered back-to-back defeats in the Serie A. Prior to their win over Lecce, Udinese were also on a four-match winless run. The Turin-based outfit have failed to score a goal in any of their last four outings. Player to Watch Kenan Yildiz Given the kind of form Juventus have been in, they do need someone to step up and deliver a sensational performance, and Yildiz can certainly be that guy. The 20-year-old Turkish gem has already established himself as one of their mainstays, and he certainly has the quality to be the difference between the two teams on Wednesday. While the Bianconeri have been struggling, Yildiz still has six goal contributions in his 11 outings. He is in fine form and will certainly be eager to help his team return to winning ways when they host Udinese. Prediction Juventus 2-2 Udinese Both teams head into this fixture looking to build some momentum after inconsistent starts to the season. Juventus have struggled badly in recent weeks, failing to win any of their last eight games across all competitions. The sacking of Igor Tudor has only added to the uncertainty around the club, but with Massimo Brambilla taking temporary charge, the Old Lady will hope for an immediate response in front of their fans. Udinese, on the other hand, will be buoyed by their recent 3-2 win over Lecce, which ended a four-match winless run. The visitors will look to exploit Juventus’s defensive vulnerabilities and will believe they can take something away from this game. However, their backline has looked shaky at times, and keeping a clean sheet against a desperate Juventus side might prove difficult. ............ . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/10/28/juventus-vs-udinese-preview-and-prediction-3/

Tony Damascelli blames John Elkann for Juventus’ woes Juventus have entered yet another period of instability after sacking their second manager of 2025, marking what will soon be their fourth managerial appointment in just two years. The once-consistent giants of Italian football are now caught in a cycle of change and uncertainty that has shocked even their most loyal supporters. ............ During Andrea Agnelli’s presidency, Juventus enjoyed a sense of continuity both on and off the pitch. Managers were supported, the team was regularly strengthened with top talent, and the club maintained a clear identity. Those days now feel distant as the Bianconeri find themselves searching for yet another new coach in the hope of reviving a fading campaign. ............ Journalist Tony Damascelli believes that the current situation stems from decisions made at the very top of the club. Since Agnelli stepped down, John Elkann has taken a more hands-on approach in running Juventus, overseeing both executive appointments and key managerial choices. According to Damascelli, this shift has disrupted the balance that once defined the club’s operations. Damascelli said: “The first actor in this disastrous involution is John Elkann, who already in 2006 had presented his own idea of football by entrusting Juventus after the scandal to a Frenchman, Jean-Claude Blanc. For the first time in history, the club found itself with a manager who held all three positions — president, CEO and sporting director — and the almanac reports the triumphs of the aforementioned.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/tony-damascelli-blames-john-elkann-for-juventus-woes/

Massimo Pavan insists Juventus problem is beyond the team itself Juventus continue to face a turbulent period both on and off the pitch as questions grow about where the real problems at the club lie. The Bianconeri dismissed Igor Tudor following a disappointing run of results, but some observers believe the issues extend far beyond the playing team. ............ Massimo Pavan has voiced his opinion on the situation and does not believe the players are the sole reason for Juventus’ current decline. While their underwhelming performances have certainly contributed to the team’s struggles, Pavan suggests that the deeper causes of the crisis stem from structural and organisational weaknesses at the club. ............ He believes that instability in the boardroom has created an atmosphere of uncertainty that filters down to the dressing room, affecting morale and results. Without a strong, unified vision from the top, even the most talented squad will struggle to achieve its potential. ............ As Juventus prepare to appoint Luciano Spalletti as its new manager, expectations are once again high that a change on the bench will spark improvement. However, Pavan insists that appointing a new coach will not be enough if the club does not address the lack of clear direction and authority within its management structure. He said: “We all know why Tudor was fired. The team isn’t the main problem; the real problems lie elsewhere. We need a stronger, more present club, capable of leading the team with full responsibility.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/massimo-pavan-insists-juventus-problem-is-beyond-the-team-itself/

Capello: ‘Tudor pays for everyone’ but Spalletti ideal for Juventus Fabio Capello refuses to solely blame Igor Tudor for Juventus’ poor results as he feels the Croatian tactician has paid ‘for everyone’ and believes Luciano Spalletti is an ideal candidate for the job at the Allianz Stadium. ............ “Tudor pays for everyone. At Juventus, eight matches without a win and three consecutive defeats are too many, but the responsibility doesn’t lie solely with the coach,” Capello said. “The original sin was the half-hearted trust the club placed in Tudor. Last summer, the directors looked at other coaches too, and only late did they confirm Igor by renewing his contract. Players can sense these things and look for excuses in such situations. But the real question is: Did Tudor build his team, or did somebody else? “I’m not entirely sure who’s really in charge at the club,” Capello continued. “Certainly, someone with Giorgio Chiellini’s experience and stature would be useful alongside the team, just like Paolo Maldini was for Pioli’s title-winning Milan. Chiellini, however, seems to be busy with political and institutional matters.” ............ “I’ve always liked Tudor’s communication style,” he said. “When he spoke about the lack of top players, he was right. That’s the problem for Italian football in general, not just for Juventus. “It’s not like it used to be. Nowadays, top players rarely choose Serie A. As a result, the clubs are forced to rely on reinforcements who can help, but not all of them can handle the pressure that comes with playing for the biggest teams.” ............ “Luciano is a coach of great quality and experience; he’s already managed top clubs and won. After the disappointment with Italy, he’ll have a desire for redemption inside him that could be an added value in a situation like this,” noted Capello. “What could be better than restarting from a historic and prestigious club like Juventus? Spalletti has the right charisma to lift the Bianconeri back up. Paradoxically, the most positive aspect is the standings. Despite a poor start, Juventus are only six points behind leaders Napoli and Roma. ............ Capello, however, warned that: “if you don’t have superstars like Messi or Yamal, players who can score on their own, you need to get the ball into the box for your forwards. “Even a phenomenon like Haaland needs to be supplied. Beyond Spalletti’s ability, you need midfielders and quality players to deliver those balls so that Vlahovic, David and Openda can score.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/capello-tudor-pays-everyone-spalletti-juventus/

Spalletti opens up about Juventus job: ‘Whoever replaces Tudor will be lucky’ Luciano Spalletti opens up about rumours linking him with the Juventus job, saying that ‘whoever will replace Igor Tudor will be lucky.’ Spalletti is the leading candidate for the Juventus job, as multiple sources in Italy claim that he and Bianconeri director Damien Comolli will sit down today to discuss contract details with him today. ............ “I feel well, I wait with serenity. I have the ambition to set things right,” the ex-Italy coach said. “I can only speak highly of Tudor, a serious and passionate person. Whoever will replace him will be lucky because he’ll find a well-trained team.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-juventus-job-lucky-replaces-tudor/

Juventus set to meet Spalletti today Juventus director Damien Comolli is set to meet with ex-Italy coach Luciano Spalletti today to offer him a contract as a replacement for Igor Tudor. ............ The Bianconeri have gone eight consecutive games without victories and have not scored a goal in the last four matches. Spalletti, a Napoli Scudetto winner in 2022-23, has been without a team since June, when he was sacked by the Italian federation. ............ Spalletti will be offered a contract until the end of the season, with an option to extend in case of Champions League qualification. Spalletti has rejected offers from Saudi and Turkish clubs and is eager to accept the Juventus job. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-set-to-meet-spalletti-today/

Juventus set for key meeting with Luciano Spalletti on Tuesday Juventus are moving aggressively in their search for a new manager following the sacking of Igor Tudor, with Luciano Spalletti firmly established as their primary target. ............ The Bianconeri hierarchy has already held intensive talks with the former Italy and Napoli coach over the last few hours. The discussions are moving toward a crucial stage, with a key meeting scheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday). ............ The appointment needs to be secured rapidly as caretaker manager Massimo Brambilla is unlikely to lead the team for the midweek fixture against Udinese. Spalletti has opened up to the possibility of managing Juve, who have offered a contract until June 2026 with an automatic renewal if the club reaches the Champions League. ............ . Read more -> https://www.getfootballnewsitaly.com/2025/juventus-set-for-key-meeting-with-luciano-spalletti-on-tuesday/

Did Tudor’s changes ruin Juventus chance of beating Lazio? Igor Tudor has been relieved of his duties at Juventus after failing to arrest the club’s slide as the Bianconeri continue to struggle in the current season. The team have now endured eight consecutive games without a victory, a concerning sequence for a squad that began the campaign with aspirations of challenging for the title. ............ Tudor began the season with a relatively settled squad, which initially produced positive results. However, as the team’s fortunes waned, he increasingly experimented with his selections, making multiple changes to the side that was defeated by Real Madrid in midweek and continuing to adjust the line-up during the subsequent match against Lazio. This approach, while intended to improve performance, appeared to create confusion within the squad and undermined the team’s cohesion. Giovanni Capuano has suggested that Tudor’s frequent tinkering may have contributed to Juventus’ inability to secure points, as the players struggled to adapt to constant adjustments. He commented: “Stats in hand, Juventus should have taken something home from the Olimpico. The match, however, was a celebration of passion and confusion, with Tudor assembling and dismantling his team in a desperate search for a goal that has been missing for 394 minutes.” ............ Tudor’s brief tenure at Juventus highlights the challenges of managing a club with high expectations and limited tolerance for extended poor form. His intentions to resolve the team’s scoring issues and improve results were clear, yet the constant reshuffling of the squad may have hindered rather than helped. Juventus’ management ultimately concluded that a change was necessary to provide the team with fresh direction and renewed stability. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/did-tudors-changes-ruin-juventus-chance-of-beating-lazio/

Spalletti inclined to accept Juventus terms ahead of crucial face-to-face talks Sky Sport Italia suggests that Juventus could meet face-to-face with Luciano Spalletti to discuss a potential appointment as Bianconeri head coach on Tuesday, and that the Old Lady are planning to offer a short-term contract with an option to renew. ............ The Croatian had gone eight matches without a win in any competition and his team had not scored in any of their last four matches. He becomes the first Serie A head coach to lose their job in 2025-26, lasting for just eight league matches. ............ Juventus could hold face-to-face talks with Spalletti as early as Tuesday. As Football Italia reported on Monday, the former Napoli and Italy head coach is the current frontrunner to replace Tudor. According to the latest updates, Juventus are prepared to offer Spalletti a contract until the end of the 2025-26 season with an obligation to renew if the Old Lady qualify for next season’s Champions League. ............ It remains to be seen whether that automatic contract extension will be for another 12 months, or for another two years. Monday evening’s report indicates that Spalletti is already inclined to accept either way. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-inclined-to-accept-juventus-terms/

Ciro Ferrara predicted Igor Tudor would pay the price for Juve’s poor form Juventus have announced the sacking of Igor Tudor following a disappointing run of results, which saw the team fail to secure a victory in several consecutive matches. The Italian manager, who enjoyed a notable career as a player for the club, struggled to inspire the squad during one of the most challenging periods in recent Juventus history. ............ While Tudor is widely regarded as a talented manager with a strong understanding of football and Juventus’ culture, his tenure was marked by inconsistency and underperformance. The team’s lack of cohesion and determination on the pitch meant that expectations were not met, prompting concern among supporters and officials alike. Juventus have a proud history of success, and when a side struggles to achieve positive results, managerial changes are often inevitable. Ciro Ferrara, speaking on the matter, provided context for the decision, emphasising the pressures inherent to football management. He said, “Like all coaches. I’m sorry, because I know Igor, but inevitably, the results aren’t rewarding his work. Coaches are always questioned, especially after a string of negative results. I hope he’s given time, but that’s the story of coaches.” Ferrara’s comments highlight the harsh realities of managing at a club of Juventus’ stature, where results often outweigh long-term plans or potential. ............ Given the recent string of defeats, it was widely expected that Tudor’s position would become untenable. Any manager in his position following the loss to Lazio would have faced immense pressure, and the likelihood of dismissal was high. Juventus have emphasised that the decision was driven by a need to rejuvenate the squad and restore confidence ahead of the remainder of the season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/ciro-ferrara-predicted-igor-tudor-would-pay-the-price-for-juves-poor-form/

Juventus, Buffon expresses support for Spalletti : ‘You won’t lose many with him’ Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon has expressed his support for his former colleague Luciano Spalletti, who is the current frontrunner to replace Igor Tudor as head coach of the Bianconeri. ............ Several names have already been linked with a move to take over at the Allianz Stadium, including Roberto Mancini and Raffaele Palladino, but Spalletti is the current frontrunner, and is already in direct contact with the club. ............ “For me, Luciano is the right profile for any big club who wants to remain ambitious. You won’t lose many with Luciano,” Buffon said. Buffon and Spalletti have worked together previously as part of the Italy national team set-up. Spalletti was CT from the end of the summer in 2023 until the start of the summer in 2025, while Buffon served as delegation chief, a role that he still holds today. ............ “It would be a great professional choice,” Buffon said of Juventus’s links with Spalletti. “He’s a football man, he’s a great person and a great coach. “Spalletti is the best around in terms of experience, charisma and authority. He’s the right person for ambitious clubs who want to remain ambitious. It’s a shame seeing him not in the dugout.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-buffon-support-for-spalletti/

“More traumatic” – Sky reporter reveals difference between Motta & Tudor sackings Italian journalist Francesco Cosatti explains how former Juventus managers Thiago Motta and Igor Tudor were sacked amidst different circumstances. ............ The Croatian was then confirmed as permanent manager when the club failed to sign Antonio Conte, but like his predecessor, his tenure proved short-lived. On Monday morning, Juventus announced the sacking of the 46-year-old, who has been temporarily replaced by Next Gen manager Massimo Brambilla until the appointment of a new permanent boss. ............ Nevertheless, Cosatti insists that the two dismissals occurred amidst different circumstances, as Motta’s sacking was far more dramatic and volatile. “On a human level, I’d say that Tudor’s departure wasn’t too dramatic,” said the Sky Sport Italian correspondent. “It’s certainly different from the final weeks of Thiago Motta’s experience, if we want to make the closest possible comparison from a chronological perspective. The end of Thiago Motta’s experience was certainly more traumatic from this perspective.” ............ “From what we can conclude, Igor Tudor’s relationship with the squad was still decent. Mattia Perin’s words that we heard last night were indicative, in my opinion, and he responded clearly. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/thiago-motta-igor-tudor-juventus-sackings/

Del Piero defends Tudor, only spares two Juventus stars: “The others are struggling” Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero insists that the club’s problems run far deeper than Igor Tudor and his coaching style. The team is without a win in the last eight matches, and hasn’t scored a goal in the last four. ............ Del Piero rose to Tudor’s defence, as he instead pointed the finger towards the hierarchy, which presented the head coach with an uncompetitive squad. “I don’t think the word ‘confusion’ is the most appropriate for Igor,” said the 50-year-old while debating. “It’s not a question of confusion, Juve doesn’t have a coaching problem today, but rather a more complex one regarding how the team is structured and how they’ve come together at the start of the season, how they’re performing, and the results that are dragging the team down.” ............ The 2006 World Cup winner argues that Juventus deserved a draw against Lazio, unlike their previous Serie A outing against Como. “The team was alive and kicking, they didn’t do badly, the draw was the fairest result. The problem was Como. “As for the rest, I don’t think this team would win the Scudetto with another coach.” ............ “We still don’t have 11 starters, but not because Tudor doesn’t want to, but because, beyond two or three players like Yildiz and Thuram, the others have always struggled, and so you’re forced to always try different solutions.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/del-piero-tudor-thuram-yildiz-juventus/

Preview:Juventus vs Udinese - prediction, team news, lineups Having gone eight games without a win, fallen giants Juventus are amid a full-blown crisis before welcoming Udinese to Turin on Wednesday. In a battle of the Bianconeri, Juve will seek a response after sacking their coach, but an away win would see the Fruilani leapfrog their hosts in the Serie A standings. Match preview After failing to produce a response to going 1-0 down within 10 minutes at Stadio Olimpico, Juventus lost to Lazio on Sunday evening, recording their third straight defeat across all competitions. The last time Juve claimed maximum points was in mid-September, when they won a seven-goal Derby d'Italia against Inter Milan by freakishly scoring with all of their shots on target. Having previously lost 2-0 to Como and 1-0 to Real Madrid - following a tense goalless draw with AC Milan - the Turin club have now failed to score in almost 400 minutes of action since Francisco Conceicao found the net against Villarreal. With just two points from their first trio of Champions League fixtures, Juventus have also been performing below expectations in Europe, so Igor Tudor's position inevitably came under increased scrutiny. The axe finally fell just before the Croatian coach met his former club, who he saved from relegation during the first of two brief spells in Udine. Following a 2-0 home victory in May, Juve have won 13 of their last 16 league games against Udinese, so at least history suggests they can stop the rot under interim boss Massimo Brambilla. ............ Juventus Serie A form: W D D D L L Juventus form (all competitions): D D D L L L Udinese Serie A form: W L L D D L Udinese form (all competitions): L W L D D W Team News Juventus are still missing Brazilian defender Bremer and Colombian wing-back Juan Cabal due to injury, but Brambilla should otherwise have a full squad to choose from. The caretaker coach has to solve a quandary up front, where Lois Openda, Jonathan David and contract rebel Dusan Vlahovic are all vying for selection: the latter two were paired against Lazio but still failed to score. Regular starters Michele Di Gregorio, Kenan Yildiz and Khephren Thuram were all benched at the weekend, but they could return to the starting XI on Wednesday. ............ Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly; Conceicao, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic Udinese possible starting lineup: Okoye; Bertola, Kabasele, Solet; Zanoli, Piotrowski, Karlstrom, Atta, Kamara; Zaniolo, Davis We say: Juventus 1-1 Udinese Although precedent strongly suggests that Juventus should win, recent showings cast doubt on their chances. Not only are Juve in total disarray at the moment, but Udinese have now found some form and are well set up under Runjaic. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/preview/juventus-vs-udinese-prediction-team-news-lineups_584484.html

How Juventus could line up under former Italy CT Spalletti The latest updates suggest that Luciano Spalletti is the current frontrunner to become the new head coach of Juventus following the sacking of Igor Tudor, but how would the former Italy CT line up with the Bianconeri, and which tactics would he look to deploy? ............ Several coaches have already been linked with a move to the Allianz Stadium, including Raffaele Palladino and Roberto Mancini, but Spalletti is considered the current frontrunner, and has already been in direct talks with the club. ............ Spalletti has deployed a number of different formations across his recent spells in charge of the Italy national team, Napoli and Inter. Most recently, Spalletti played with a 3-5-1-1 during his final matches in charge of the Italy national team, given that he had plenty of midfielders. ............ With Napoli, a 4-3-3 built around centre-forward Victor Osimhen and left winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was the norm during Spalletti’s Scudetto-winning season in 2022-23. With Inter, a 4-2-3-1 was Spalletti’s usual go-to, and, given the options currently available at Juventus, it would make sense if he deployed that same system in Turin. ............ Given that the current Juventus squad is not blessed with an abundance of central midfield options, it would make sense to see Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram keep their places in a double-pivot. There would then be several options to deploy in the no.10 role, including posterboy Kenan Yildiz, summer signing Jonathan David and the out-of-favour Teun Koopmeiners, all of whom offer different qualities. ............ (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Joao Mario, Kalulu, Bremer, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, David, Yildiz; Vlahvoic. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/how-juventus-could-line-up-under-spalletti/

Luciano Spalletti open to Juventus job as contract talks begin Former Italy boss Luciano Spalletti has given Juventus the initial ‘yes’, as the two parties begin negotiating an agreement. The Serie A giants have announced the sacking of Igor Tudor on Monday morning, and the appointment of Juventus Next Gen manager Massimo Brambilla as caretaker coach. ............ In an exclusive for Juve FC, highly esteemed Italian journalist Alfredo Pedullà revealed that Spalletti is the club’s preferred candidate for the role, while Raffaele Palladino and Roberto Mancini are the fallback options. Pedullà has now followed up on this news, revealing that Juventus and Spalletti are already in direct contact. ............ The source reveals that the 66-year-old has already confirmed his availability for the role, so it remains to be seen if the two parties will manage to find a full accord. The former Roma, Inter and Napoli boss has reportedly asked for a contract until June 2027, but he’s also willing to consider a short-term deal until the end of the season. Juventus are obviously inclined towards the latter solution, as they still have Thiago Motta and Tudor on their payroll. ............ In the meantime, Brambilla is overseeing the club’s preparations for Wednesday’s home contest against Udinese. At this stage, it remains unclear if the Italian manager will remain in charge for the weekend trip to Cremona, as it hinges on the outcome of the club’s managerial search. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/luciano-spalletti-open-to-juventus-job-as-contract-talks-begin/

Juventus identify Spalletti as the favourite to replace Tudor Luciano Spalletti has emerged as the early frontrunner for the vacant Juventus job following Igor Tudor’s sacking on Monday. ............ The club has temporarily appointed Juventus Next Gen manager, Massimo Brambilla, as caretaker, but his time with the first team is only expected to last a few days, before a permament manager arrives in Turin. But who will it be? ............ At this stage, we can confirm that Juve’s first option remains Luciano Spalletti. The vastly experienced coach is all too familiar with managing top Serie A clubs; He has two separate tenures at Roma, one at Inter, and famously led Napoli to their first Scudetto title in 33 years back in 2023. ............ Spalletti was made redundant in June following a forgettable experience with the Italian national team, but Juventus consider him the ideal solution for the role, as he would implement a 4-2-3-1 formation that would suit the current squad. Raffaele Palladino represents the second option, as he could be less costly than Spalletti. Moreover, the former Monza and Fiorentina has been offered to the Turin-based giants, and is willing to accept a contract until the end of the season with an option for an extension. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/exclusive-juventus-identify-spalletti-as-the-favourite-to-replace-tudor/

Juventus supporters express support for sacked head coach Tudor: ‘One of us’ A group of Juventus ultras have expressed their support for recently-sacked head coach Igor Tudor, just a few hours after his departure was officially confirmed by the club: ‘One of us’. ............ The Bianconeri have already been in direct contact with former Italy national team head coach Luciano Spalletti, who is considered the first-choice candidate to replace Tudor at the Allianz Stadium. ............ Just a few hours after Tudor’s sacking was officially announced, Juventus ultras from the Curva Sud erected a banner outside the Allianz Stadium, expressing their support for the recently-departed Tudor. “Tudor one of us, the fish stinks from the head,” the banner outside the Juventus stadium read. ............ He is the third Bianconeri head coach to depart in 18 months, following the dismissals of Thiago Motta and Massimiliano Allegri in March 2025 and May 2024 respectively. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-support-for-tudor-one-of-us/